Neutering of pets (spaying for females and castration for males) is an important step in preventing unwanted puppies and kittens. According to the ASPCA’s website, a cat or dog who reproduces and whose offspring reproduce can produce between 50 and 200 kittens or puppies in one year. So spaying/neutering your pet will help resolve the growing pet overpopulation problem.

Surgery: Surgical sterilization (neutering) of pets is a very effective method of dealing with the pet overpopulation problem. Spaying is equivalent to an ovariohysterectomy, which is removal of the ovaries and uterus. Castration involves removal of the testicles. Both of these procedures require anesthesia and an overnight hospital stay. We recommend neutering your pet between 6-8 months of age.

There are many reasons to spay or neuter your pet. (Click here to visit the ASPCA's list of the 10 reasons for spaying or neutering your pet.)The only legitimate reason not to neuter your pet is if he/she is a show animal used for breeding. Surgical sterilization saves lives by decreasing the following: euthanasia of unwanted puppies and kittens, the associated health risks of pets searching for mating partners, and the incidence in cancer of reproductive and associated organs. Neutering your pet at a young age provides you with a healthier, happier, longer-lived pet!

Some Benefits of Spaying and Neutering your Pets: